Post by: Guy on April 18, 2008, 01:48:04 PM
Haven't even shopped for new cameras in a long time, and had no intention of replacing the Canon digital. Only two things I wasn't real fond of with it were: limited optical zoom and a bit heavier & bulkier than more up-to-date cameras seem to be.
I'm looking for something that will tuck easily in a parka pocket to haul along on hunting, fishing, backpacking and skiing trips. A decent optical zoom for some wildlife shots would be nice too.
Recommendations? Cameras to avoid? I really miss that Canon even though it's only been gone a couple of weeks.
Thanks, Guy
Post by: Bearhunter on April 18, 2008, 02:33:26 PM
Post by: popeshawnpaul on April 18, 2008, 03:45:39 PM
Shawn
Post by: Curly on April 18, 2008, 03:59:56 PM
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I suggest, (and own), Olympus, Stylus, Digital Cameras. We have had two 3.2 megapixel waterproof cameras for about five years. I have one, wife the other.in a thread that was posted almost a year ago. I remember the post because I almost went out and bought a new camera because the camera sounds so good. :) I like the idea of a smaller, waterproof camera than what I have, but I haven't gone out and spent the money yet.
Here is a link to that thread: http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,808.0.html
Post by: billythekidrock on April 18, 2008, 04:08:14 PM
After years of service I dropped my faithful old Canon G1 and ruined it. :(
Haven't even shopped for new cameras in a long time, and had no intention of replacing the Canon digital. Only two things I wasn't real fond of with it were: limited optical zoom and a bit heavier & bulkier than more up-to-date cameras seem to be.
I'm looking for something that will tuck easily in a parka pocket to haul along on hunting, fishing, backpacking and skiing trips. A decent optical zoom for some wildlife shots would be nice too.
Recommendations? Cameras to avoid? I really miss that Canon even though it's only been gone a couple of weeks.
Thanks, Guy
I love my Canon PowerShot S2 IS. It is only a 5 mega pixel, but has 12 optical zoom. You can pick up the newest version for about $350.
Post by: boneaddict on April 19, 2008, 07:15:49 AM
Post by: Alchase on April 20, 2008, 11:22:27 AM
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2007_reviews/panasonic_fz18.html
and the cannon
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2007_reviews/canon_s5is.html
This site has some great info on it.
Post by: Ghost Hunter on May 03, 2008, 09:25:26 AM
Not sure if this has been posted, but has helped me some.
Post by: jackelope on May 03, 2008, 11:19:40 AM
look at the fz18 and the canon s5is. they are about the same price and you just have to decide which one you like better personally.
the fz18 has a 18x zoom, which is nice, and the canon has a hot shoe for an added flash, which is also nice, but has a 12x zoom.
don't expect to take any "great" pics with the 18 zoom extended without using a tripod. maybe i didn't need to mention that, but don't know what some people expect. i would expect the same results with the 12x zoom stretched out either.
they are both the same size, price, etc. there's also a fuji with a 12x in the same size/price/ quality range.
Post by: FOsteology on May 03, 2008, 11:36:14 AM
This P&S digital camera is not expensive, and is ideal for the active outdoorsman.
8 Mega pixels, Shock proof (can survive a 5ft drop), crush proof (can withstand 200 pounds), water proof (up to 10 feet.... can take photo's underwater!), and freeze proof (down to 14 degrees).
I've had the 790 SW (same except with 7.1 Mega pixels) for the past year and it's held up to some serious outdoor abuse!
Post by: Hunting Cowboy on May 06, 2008, 06:35:59 PM
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Post by: 280ackley on May 11, 2008, 07:49:26 PM
Since you'll be using this for your outdoor activities (hunting, fishing, etc.) I would recommend the Olympus Stylus 850 SW.
This P&S digital camera is not expensive, and is ideal for the active outdoorsman.
8 Mega pixels, Shock proof (can survive a 5ft drop), crush proof (can withstand 200 pounds), water proof (up to 10 feet.... can take photo's underwater!), and freeze proof (down to 14 degrees).
I've had the 790 SW (same except with 7.1 Mega pixels) for the past year and it's held up to some serious outdoor abuse!
Does anyone else have any experience with the Olympus Stylus? Being water/shock/ freeze proof is a bit interesting. Iceman are you still using yours?
Post by: long-shot on May 12, 2008, 06:22:38 AM
Post by: jackelope on May 12, 2008, 09:28:37 PM
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How long will the fz18 last on a charge?
long time.
a few hundred shots at least depending on the quality setting it's at and how much you use the flash.
battery life has not been an issue for me yet.
Post by: wastickslinger on May 12, 2008, 10:11:08 PM